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Standby Carpenter, Standby Painter

Susan (Susy) Boyer

  • Diploma Visual Communication, Qld College of Art / Art teacher / Child wrangler (Blue card).
Gold Coast, Northern Rivers
Looking for some new art-ventures to utilitse my 40 years experience in visual arts as a graphic designer, illustrator, painter, exhibitor. 15 years facilitating art workshops for adults, children, teenagers.

Samuel Desmond

  • Precision Driver; MEAA Stunt Performer; OHS Cert IV; Advanced First Aid and CPR; Firearms and Weapons.
Gold Coast
Former firefighter and security professional Sam Desmond offers elite stunts, precision driving, and safety expertise. A multi-skilled scout and art department asset, Sam delivers tactical discipline and seamless production logistics.

Susan (Susy) Boyer

  • Diploma Visual Communication, Qld College of Art / Art teacher / Child wrangler (Blue card).
Gold Coast, Northern Rivers
Looking for some new art-ventures to utilitse my 40 years experience in visual arts as a graphic designer, illustrator, painter, exhibitor. 15 years facilitating art workshops for adults, children, teenagers.

Lists as:

  • Art Department Assistant, Runner
  • Child Wrangler, Chaperone
  • Scenic Artist, Set Painter, Signwriter
  • Standby Carpenter, Standby Painter

Art Department Assistant, Runner / SB Props Assistant, Scenic Artist, Set Painter, Standby Painter / Chaperone, Child wrangler.

I’m a high-energy person, at my best when busy and productive. Highly imaginative and a strong visualiser. After years of hearing on-set stories from friends and family, I am looking for a move into the industry.

I have 40 years experience as a graphic designer, illustrator, painter, exhibitor and 15 years facilitating art workshops for adults, children, teenagers.

Open to roles that I can bring my visual arts skills,  art assist, props assist, standby painter, scenic artist, set painter …

also having been an art teacher with my blue card and some experience with neuro divergent, would welcome any chaperone / child wrangling opportunities.

Can work locally on the Gold Coast, for long stints, or dailies, depending on what I can assist you with.

I’m practical, task-oriented and like to problem-solve and work well in a team – happy to follow orders –  or independently, depending on what the job requires. Known for being warm and friendly, I enjoy the company of all types of people and am particularly good with children and teenagers.

ART WORLD EXPERIENCE:
ACP Sydney and IPC London – Graphic designer (publishing)
Freelance Children’s Book Illustrator
The Australian Women’s Weekly Magazine (Sydney) – Assistant Art Director
Warner Bros. Movie World (Gold Coast) – Illustrator/Graphic designer

Active & Healthy Program (Gold Coast City Council) – Co-ordinator/Facilitator of children’s outdoor art events
Represented by Speakers Ink Agency (Gold Coast & Brisbane)- Speaker and Workshop Presenter in schools and public libraries
The Art Room Drawing Academy (Gold Coast)- Owner and Principal Teacher
The Affordable Art Fair (Brisbane)- Participating Artist/Exhibitor
Nature Co Gallery (Brunswick Heads)- Gallerist/Collaborator/Exhibitor
Australian Fashion Industry Awards (Sydney) – Model Dresser/Runner

 

Samuel Desmond

  • Precision Driver; MEAA Stunt Performer; OHS Cert IV; Advanced First Aid and CPR; Firearms and Weapons.
Gold Coast
Former firefighter and security professional Sam Desmond offers elite stunts, precision driving, and safety expertise. A multi-skilled scout and art department asset, Sam delivers tactical discipline and seamless production logistics.

Lists as:

  • Safety Assistant
  • Safety Supervisor
  • Standby Carpenter, Standby Painter
  • Stunt Rigger, Stunt Performer, Precision Driver

Sam Desmond is a high-utility production professional whose career is built on a foundation of elite discipline, safety, and technical versatility. By bridging the gap between high-octane performance and logistical precision, Sam offers a 360-degree approach to the demands of modern filmmaking.

As an ex-firefighter and security professional, Sam brings a “first-responder” mindset to every set. This background provides him with an unparalleled level of situational awareness, making him an invaluable asset for stunt safety and risk management. He doesn’t just follow safety protocols; he possesses the tactical instincts to anticipate and mitigate hazards in real-time.

Behind the wheel, Sam is a precision driver capable of executing technical maneuvers with consistent accuracy. This physical skill is complemented by his work as a multi-skilled art department professional and location scout. He understands the visual language of cinema, allowing him to identify and prepare environments that are both creatively striking and operationally viable.

Whether performing a stunt, securing a location, or coordinating complex logistics, Sam Desmond operates with the reliability of a veteran professional. He is the rare “hybrid” crew member who can manage the rigors of production while ensuring the highest standards of safety and creative execution.